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The Wedding Story of Brandon and Katelyn Carr
Jenna Nelson | January 13, 2016Any time someone in the wedding industry plans their own wedding, we know it's going to be exceptional.
2016 Wedding Trends We Can't Wait For
Jenna Nelson | January 7, 2016Few things are more exciting than the arrival of a new year. As most are creating soon-to-be-broken New Year's resolutions and are bidding farewell to the past year, those of us in the wedding industry are eagerly awaiting the chance to jump on board with the upcoming year's wedding trends!
Love in Spades: A Kate Spade-Inspired Urban Alley Style Shoot
Molly Connor | January 7, 2016It all started with an image we saw of a dinner party in an alley...and the vision was born. It was a dream come true to put together this Kate Spade-inspired spring, urban alley-styled shoot. Every detail, from the sassy signage to the gold snail accents, were perfectly in sync to showcase our vision—even in the typical Indiana spring rain shower. The unique backdrop allowed us to play with the elements to create a unique AND FUN look.
Ethereal Barn Wedding: A Style Shoot at The Barn in Zionsville
Jenna Nelson | January 6, 2016Whimsical. Devastatingly lovely. Captivating. There are no shortage of words to describe this inspiration shoot designed and delivered by wedding planner and designer Sarah Keeker of Plum & Poppy and photographer Cassie Conforti of Conforti Photography. With luscious greenery, flower crowns and a pony named Merryleggs, this enchanting style shoot looks like it was fabricated straight out of a C.S. Lewis novel. “We wanted to create something that truly showed all of our favorite things: lush greenery dripping from every surface, tons of candles and timeless elegance in a neutral pallet,” said Sarah.
The Wedding Story of Ryan and Taylor Kraai
Jenna Nelson | January 6, 2016We couldn't resist the Grand Rapids goodness of this wedding! Ryan and Taylor Kraai were married in the City Flats Ballroom, a stylish boutique hotel reception space in the heart of the city. Taylor credits the perfection of her wedding to her exceptionally talented vendors who wholeheartedly brought her vision to life. We can't get enough of the metallic sequin details and Taylor's genuinely happy smile!
A Seaside Occasion: A Serendipitous Style Shoot in South Haven
Jenna Nelson | January 5, 2016Lake Michigan lends its natural beauty for all kinds of artistic expression. For this particular style shoot, Katie of Katie Whitcomb Photography imagined a nautical-meets-tropical-paradise theme that paired bold, sunset orange colors with shades of watery blue.
The Wedding Story of... Kaitlyn & Tanner Smale
Kathy Jonas | January 4, 2016Tanner, who works at Premier Arts, the resident theater company of the Lerner Theater in Elkhart, had been performing in the musical “South Pacific” when right after the curtain call, the music changed abruptly and the One Direction song “Kiss You” started playing. Everyone in the cast began dancing and passing hearts down the line. The hearts read “Will You Marry Me?” Tanner jumped over the line of dancers at the same time a confetti cannon went off. When the song ended, he got down on one knee and proposed in front of more than a thousand people.
The Wedding Story of... Lindsay & Eddy Lux
Kathy Jonas | January 4, 2016Lindsay Grace and Eddy Lux met while volunteering at a young professionals event at City Market in Indianapolis. They had a moment right out of a Hollywood romance as they kept sneaking glances and smiles. They met for a drink at the end of the evening, exchanged numbers and had a date the next weekend.
5 Wedding Trends That Are SOOO 2015
Jenna Nelson | January 4, 2016January is officially that month when we all embrace the mantra "out with the old and in with the new." From ditching old habits to creating new goals, the new year sets the stage for new beginnings. But, new beginnings are usually accompanied by a few goodbyes--some regretful and some much-needed!
The Wedding Story of... Kelly & Zac Brouillette
Kathy Jonas | January 4, 2016Kelly Miller and Zac Brouillette met while she was interviewing for an assistant softball coach position at Ohio University. He was a strength and conditioning coach. “The job was a done deal when I saw the hunky coach,” says Kelly. She played softball at Purdue University and was a standout midfielder. He attended Iowa State, where he played football and was on the track and field team.